Director of Data Science and Information Technology

Director of Data Science and Information Technology

Circle Logistics is a 3rd party logistics firm focused on delivering our three core promises to our customers:
No Fail Service, Personalized Communication, and Innovative Solutions. We leverage our technology, industry experience, and employee ingenuity to develop industry-leading transportation solutions. We have been in business for 10 plus years and have grown into a half‑billion‑dollar company, from starting as just a handful of people with an entrepreneurial spirit as their foundation. Our story is one of resiliency and innovation that has led us to grow to over 500 employees in a booming transportation industry that never takes a night off.

• Strategic Project Management:
  Plan and execute complex IT projects, including system upgrades, software implementations, and infrastructure enhancements.
• Team Leadership & Development:
  Manage and mentor the IT and Data team, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
• System Oversight:
  Maintain the reliability and security of our networking infrastructure, hardware, and communication systems.
• Business Software Expertise:
  Act as the expert administrator for essential tools, including Google Workspace (Gmail, Sheets, Docs) and Microsoft Excel.
• Data Foundation:
  Oversee database operations with a strong understanding of SQL for querying and reporting.
• Technology Innovation:
  Research and implement emerging technologies, specifically leveraging AI tools to enhance operational efficiency and brokerage decision‑making.

• Previous experience in the Logistics or Transportation industry.
• Familiarity with cloud environments and virtualization technologies.
• Solid understanding of cybersecurity best practices and compliance standards.

• High Impact:
  You aren’t just maintaining systems; you are the architect of our technological future.
• Innovation‑First:
  We are committed to cutting‑edge tools, giving you the green light to explore and implement advanced AI solutions.
• Dynamic Culture:
  Join a supportive, success‑driven environment where technical contributions directly fuel company growth.

• 5+ years of progressive IT experience, with a focus on People Management and Project Management.
• Networking & Hardware:
  Deep understanding of TCP/IP, firewalls, VPNs, and PC hardware maintenance.
• Software Mastery:
  Expert‑level proficiency in Google Workspace and Excel.
• Technical Literacy:
  Basic to intermediate SQL knowledge; familiarity with coding/scripting (e.g., Python, Power Shell).
• AI Integration:
  Demonstrated ability to research and implement AI tools to solve business challenges.

Ready to take the wheel? Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience with IT project leadership and AI implementation below!

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.